Manager I - Site Safety

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Manager I – Site Safety to lead safety initiatives across large-scale and complex construction projects. This role is responsible for developing and executing site-specific safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture across teams. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who can balance field engagement with program oversight while mentoring safety professionals and influencing site leadership.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Lead a team of Safety Professionals in planning, implementing, and overseeing safety initiatives across complex project sites

Promote continuous development of team members through training, feedback, and professional development

Direct the application of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards

Monitor site activity for unsafe behaviors, ensure corrective actions are taken, and escalate critical issues as needed

Provide leadership in implementing advanced safety programs, including consistent execution of the Capacity Model

Oversee and lead incident investigations using root cause analysis and regulatory compliance processes

Serve as a subject matter expert, coaching safety teams, site leadership, and subcontractors on hazard identification and prevention

Ensure compliance with Drug & Alcohol Testing, Medical Treatment, and Return-to-Work programs

Direct audit processes, review findings with leadership, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and documented

Lead HSE risk assessments and oversee development of Risk Assessment Matrices across trades

Provide guidance on safety policies and procedures to internal teams and external stakeholders

Develop and execute site-specific safety communication plans

Lead safety portions of project startup, including emergency response planning, site orientation, and safety materials deployment

Ensure execution and readiness of Emergency Response Plans

Oversee collection and analysis of safety data and mentor team members in data-driven decision-making

Ensure preparation and review of complex safety reports, including Serious Event Reports (SER)

WHAT YOU NEED

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Health, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 4 years of progressive construction safety experience

Ability to lead safety programs across large-scale or complex projects

Strong knowledge of safety regulations, compliance requirements, and investigation processes

Valid driver’s license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Ability to relocate to project site

WHAT WILL SET YOU APART

BCSP certification (or working toward certification)

Previous leadership or supervisory experience

Knowledge of electrical safety, crane safety, and structural safety practices

Strong leadership and team development capabilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills, including large group settings

Ability to influence site leadership and external stakeholders

Strong organizational and prioritization skills in fast-paced environments

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Visio preferred)

Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze safety performance metrics

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance operational and safety priorities

Work Environment & Travel

Approximately 75% of time spent in the field

Frequent interaction with crews, subcontractors, and site leadership

Required relocation to project site

Travel as required based on project needs

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Competitive pay and annual bonus

Per diem

Company truck with a fuel card

Rotational program with paid flights home

100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance (tuition reimbursement)

Employee/family focused culture

And more!

$104,177.00 - $151,058.00 Individual Compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity.

WHO ARE WE?

With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.

Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.